Make switch to PXG?

[FourTops]

I'm glad PXG created a thread to advertise their clubs....and apparently they have minions who post fake news about how Ping and all other clubs suck compared to the PXGs. One post stated the PXG's thin top line which is laughable. Come on guys...admit it....it's a PXG thread....get rid of the "?" on the topic.

 

I guess you have a lot of free time on your hands if you read the entire thread about irons you aren't interested in.

 

Admittedly too harsh....

[FourTops]

OK guys...you know my position on PXG irons...but let me add some interesting insight. I played with a guy today who is a pro at a club in Socal. He's also a PXG representative. He annihilates the ball....he shot 68 with what seemed like he was goofing around....and it's NOT an easy course.

 

Anyway, he was playing the 0311T's with KBS 130 shafts. They felt like sledgehammers to me weight-wise. So I asked him how he liked the PXG's vs. his prior Titlelist MBs. He said the PXG's started out far too strong in terms of distance, so he had to deloft his irons by 2* He also said the Gen 1's had "terrible turf interaction", but the Gen 2's are perfectly fine. And he would not go back to the Titleist MBs. I asked him if the average player could benefit from the PXG's. He said they should opt for the XF's because even off-center hits travel well. He really thinks the average Joe weekend golfer should get the XF's.

 

So there you go....I know I'll get some sharp comments in response...and rightfully so...but I have no problem with that because this info may help some folks who plan to spend $3k on irons. Oh and by the way....he said Parson's throws money around like nothing....and as such he invited all the reps for a weekend stay at a very expensive hotel with fine food and he treated them very well. I liked to hear that. So maybe I'm not as anti-PXG now if the guy treats his reps well.

[johnnythunders]

Certain things I just don’t buy, not because of the product per say but because of the company or the people they sponsor. Nike because of their horrible human rights violations, Tiger Woods and Lebron. PXG because if the owner and his ego as well as the GoDaddy sleaze commercials.

 

Clubs might be great, not for me.

[FourTops]

Certain things I just don’t buy, not because of the product per say but because of the company or the people they sponsor. Nike because of their horrible human rights violations, Tiger Woods and Lebron. PXG because if the owner and his ego as well as the GoDaddy sleaze commercials.

 

Clubs might be great, not for me.

 

Now that I think about it, didn't PXG offer the Gen 1's to Vets at a discount? And the rep said they stink? OK...that's annoying. Did they know they stunk and played "nice" and sell the sets at a "discount" when they should have sold them for scrap metal?

[Hot Rod 71]

Certain things I just don’t buy, not because of the product per say but because of the company or the people they sponsor. Nike because of their horrible human rights violations, Tiger Woods and Lebron. PXG because if the owner and his ego as well as the GoDaddy sleaze commercials.

 

Clubs might be great, not for me.

 

Now that I think about it, didn't PXG offer the Gen 1's to Vets at a discount? And the rep said they stink? OK...that's annoying. Did they know they stunk and played "nice" and sell the sets at a "discount" when they should have sold them for scrap metal?

 

Its called PXG for Heroes. Its for military and first responders. Many of us in this thread purchased our PXGs through this program.

 

I bought the Gen1 0311T for $875 for 4-PW. I love mine. Turf interaction is great.

[Golfer4Life]

Certain things I just don’t buy, not because of the product per say but because of the company or the people they sponsor. Nike because of their horrible human rights violations, Tiger Woods and Lebron. PXG because if the owner and his ego as well as the GoDaddy sleaze commercials.

 

Clubs might be great, not for me.

 

With all do respect, Bob Parsons is a decorated Marine. Can you say the same?

 

Enough said!

[Golfer4Life]

Certain things I just don’t buy, not because of the product per say but because of the company or the people they sponsor. Nike because of their horrible human rights violations, Tiger Woods and Lebron. PXG because if the owner and his ego as well as the GoDaddy sleaze commercials.

 

Clubs might be great, not for me.

 

Now that I think about it, didn't PXG offer the Gen 1's to Vets at a discount? And the rep said they stink? OK...that's annoying. Did they know they stunk and played "nice" and sell the sets at a "discount" when they should have sold them for scrap metal?

 

Its called PXG for Heroes. Its for military and first responders. Many of us in this thread purchased our PXGs through this program.

 

I bought the Gen1 0311T for $875 for 4-PW. I love mine. Turf interaction is great.

 

Same here. I purchased mine through the Heroes Program, and I'm thankful to Mr. Parsons for honoring my two combat tours while serving my country during Operation Just Cause and Desert Storm. I'm also a disabled combat vet, so when people throw idiotic insults at Parsons, they are also insulting me and my sacrifice.

 

I got fitted for a full bag and XF irons. They are great!

[GoGoErky]

Certain things I just don’t buy, not because of the product per say but because of the company or the people they sponsor. Nike because of their horrible human rights violations, Tiger Woods and Lebron. PXG because if the owner and his ego as well as the GoDaddy sleaze commercials.

 

Clubs might be great, not for me.

 

Now that I think about it, didn't PXG offer the Gen 1's to Vets at a discount? And the rep said they stink? OK...that's annoying. Did they know they stunk and played "nice" and sell the sets at a "discount" when they should have sold them for scrap metal?

 

They are offered to everyone right now. Vets, active duty and first responders are getting a bigger discount than the $175 everyone else plays

[FourTops]

Certain things I just don't buy, not because of the product per say but because of the company or the people they sponsor. Nike because of their horrible human rights violations, Tiger Woods and Lebron. PXG because if the owner and his ego as well as the GoDaddy sleaze commercials.

 

Clubs might be great, not for me.

 

Now that I think about it, didn't PXG offer the Gen 1's to Vets at a discount? And the rep said they stink? OK...that's annoying. Did they know they stunk and played "nice" and sell the sets at a "discount" when they should have sold them for scrap metal?

 

Its called PXG for Heroes. Its for military and first responders. Many of us in this thread purchased our PXGs through this program.

 

I bought the Gen1 0311T for $875 for 4-PW. I love mine. Turf interaction is great.

 

Same here. I purchased mine through the Heroes Program, and I'm thankful to Mr. Parsons for honoring my two combat tours while serving my country during Operation Just Cause and Desert Storm. I'm also a disabled combat vet, so when people throw idiotic insults at Parsons, they are also insulting me and my sacrifice.

 

I got fitted for a full bag and XF irons. They are great!

 

Well I just let you know he treats his sales reps well.

[FourTops]

Certain things I just don't buy, not because of the product per say but because of the company or the people they sponsor. Nike because of their horrible human rights violations, Tiger Woods and Lebron. PXG because if the owner and his ego as well as the GoDaddy sleaze commercials.

 

Clubs might be great, not for me.

 

Now that I think about it, didn't PXG offer the Gen 1's to Vets at a discount? And the rep said they stink? OK...that's annoying. Did they know they stunk and played "nice" and sell the sets at a "discount" when they should have sold them for scrap metal?

 

They are offered to everyone right now. Vets, active duty and first responders are getting a bigger discount than the $175 everyone else plays

 

Seems to me it's a LOT more than $175 per club....if you can find that deal for Gen 2's...let me know...I might even bite.

[chocolate_rehab]

Certain things I just don’t buy, not because of the product per say but because of the company or the people they sponsor. Nike because of their horrible human rights violations, Tiger Woods and Lebron. PXG because if the owner and his ego as well as the GoDaddy sleaze commercials.

 

Clubs might be great, not for me.

 

Now that I think about it, didn't PXG offer the Gen 1's to Vets at a discount? And the rep said they stink? OK...that's annoying. Did they know they stunk and played "nice" and sell the sets at a "discount" when they should have sold them for scrap metal?

 

The Gen 1's definitely don't stink. The Gen 1 irons were almost universally lauded except for the price tag. I hit both Gen 1 and Gen 2 XF irons and could not tell much of a difference between them. I saved a bunch of money buying Gen 1 and I love my irons. I'm especially happy with the KBS TGI shafts I got at no upcharge.

[Golfer4Life]

Certain things I just don't buy, not because of the product per say but because of the company or the people they sponsor. Nike because of their horrible human rights violations, Tiger Woods and Lebron. PXG because if the owner and his ego as well as the GoDaddy sleaze commercials.

 

Clubs might be great, not for me.

 

Now that I think about it, didn't PXG offer the Gen 1's to Vets at a discount? And the rep said they stink? OK...that's annoying. Did they know they stunk and played "nice" and sell the sets at a "discount" when they should have sold them for scrap metal?

 

Its called PXG for Heroes. Its for military and first responders. Many of us in this thread purchased our PXGs through this program.

 

I bought the Gen1 0311T for $875 for 4-PW. I love mine. Turf interaction is great.

 

Same here. I purchased mine through the Heroes Program, and I'm thankful to Mr. Parsons for honoring my two combat tours while serving my country during Operation Just Cause and Desert Storm. I'm also a disabled combat vet, so when people throw idiotic insults at Parsons, they are also insulting me and my sacrifice.

 

I got fitted for a full bag and XF irons. They are great!

 

Well I just let you know he treats his sales reps well.

 

That's good to know. Some people around here don't know what they are talking about. Parsons does a lot for veterans, even before PXG came to be.

[FourTops]

Certain things I just don’t buy, not because of the product per say but because of the company or the people they sponsor. Nike because of their horrible human rights violations, Tiger Woods and Lebron. PXG because if the owner and his ego as well as the GoDaddy sleaze commercials.

 

Clubs might be great, not for me.

 

Now that I think about it, didn't PXG offer the Gen 1's to Vets at a discount? And the rep said they stink? OK...that's annoying. Did they know they stunk and played "nice" and sell the sets at a "discount" when they should have sold them for scrap metal?

 

The Gen 1's definitely don't stink. The Gen 1 irons were almost universally lauded except for the price tag. I hit both Gen 1 and Gen 2 XF irons and could not tell much of a difference between them. I saved a bunch of money buying Gen 1 and I love my irons. I'm especially happy with the KBS TGI shafts I got at no upcharge.

 

Excellent...just telling you what the rep said who has hit every single PXG to the point of exhaustion.

[Golfer4Life]

Certain things I just don’t buy, not because of the product per say but because of the company or the people they sponsor. Nike because of their horrible human rights violations, Tiger Woods and Lebron. PXG because if the owner and his ego as well as the GoDaddy sleaze commercials.

 

Clubs might be great, not for me.

 

Now that I think about it, didn't PXG offer the Gen 1's to Vets at a discount? And the rep said they stink? OK...that's annoying. Did they know they stunk and played "nice" and sell the sets at a "discount" when they should have sold them for scrap metal?

 

The Gen 1's definitely don't stink. The Gen 1 irons were almost universally lauded except for the price tag. I hit both Gen 1 and Gen 2 XF irons and could not tell much of a difference between them. I saved a bunch of money buying Gen 1 and I love my irons. I'm especially happy with the KBS TGI shafts I got at no upcharge.

 

Say that again. I got mine with Modus Pro's 120's at no extra charge.

[FourTops]

We need to have a Ping Eye 2 vs. PXG tourney. We gotta settle this score. PGA West Stadium Course. Participants put up $1,000 per player. I'd really like to play.

[GoGoErky]

Certain things I just don't buy, not because of the product per say but because of the company or the people they sponsor. Nike because of their horrible human rights violations, Tiger Woods and Lebron. PXG because if the owner and his ego as well as the GoDaddy sleaze commercials.

 

Clubs might be great, not for me.

 

Now that I think about it, didn't PXG offer the Gen 1's to Vets at a discount? And the rep said they stink? OK...that's annoying. Did they know they stunk and played "nice" and sell the sets at a "discount" when they should have sold them for scrap metal?

 

They are offered to everyone right now. Vets, active duty and first responders are getting a bigger discount than the $175 everyone else plays

 

Seems to me it's a LOT more than $175 per club....if you can find that deal for Gen 2's...let me know...I might even bite.

 

Gen 2s don’t have discount other than the sgi set. The discount is on gen1.

[new2g0lf]

OK guys...you know my position on PXG irons...but let me add some interesting insight. I played with a guy today who is a pro at a club in Socal. He's also a PXG representative. He annihilates the ball....he shot 68 with what seemed like he was goofing around....and it's NOT an easy course.

 

Anyway, he was playing the 0311T's with KBS 130 shafts. They felt like sledgehammers to me weight-wise. So I asked him how he liked the PXG's vs. his prior Titlelist MBs. He said the PXG's started out far too strong in terms of distance, so he had to deloft his irons by 2* He also said the Gen 1's had "terrible turf interaction", but the Gen 2's are perfectly fine. And he would not go back to the Titleist MBs. I asked him if the average player could benefit from the PXG's. He said they should opt for the XF's because even off-center hits travel well. He really thinks the average Joe weekend golfer should get the XF's.

 

So there you go....I know I'll get some sharp comments in response...and rightfully so...but I have no problem with that because this info may help some folks who plan to spend $3k on irons. Oh and by the way....he said Parson's throws money around like nothing....and as such he invited all the reps for a weekend stay at a very expensive hotel with fine food and he treated them very well. I liked to hear that. So maybe I'm not as anti-PXG now if the guy treats his reps well.

 

Gen 1's were great irons but they are selling off their Gen 1 inventory at a steep discount ($175 per club) and want everyone to buy their Gen 2's so of course the sales rep will tell you Gen 2 is better. As for his XF comments, one should test the 3 models to see which fits them best.

 

I don't see a reason to be anti any club manufacturer. I've owned clubs from every manufacturer and will try anything if it improves my game. I bought the PXG's because of the price drop. I was fortunate when I ordered they ran out of lefty Gen 1's and sent me a set of Gen 2's at the same price, that is what a quality organization does for their customers.

[JDMRN81]

So there you go....I know I'll get some sharp comments in response...and rightfully so...but I have no problem with that because this info may help some folks who plan to spend $3k on irons. Oh and by the way....he said Parson's throws money around like nothing....and as such he invited all the reps for a weekend stay at a very expensive hotel with fine food and he treated them very well. I liked to hear that. So maybe I'm not as anti-PXG now if the guy treats his reps well.

 

He’s also donated millions to charity and has employed most likely thousands of people with his businesses. I don’t care that he’s a little obnoxious and outspoken. Actions speak louder then words. He’s not perfect, but he’s done more for the betterment of society then probably any person on this forum.

[Therealpatgiles]

The pxg xfs are very nice for anyone that's a high single digit or low double player. They are straight and long. I went with epon 503s but the pxgs were right there

[chocolate_rehab]

Excellent...just telling you what the rep said who has hit every single PXG to the point of exhaustion.

 

I believe you, I just think it's a bit odd that an actual PXG rep thinks any of their models "stink." A lot of impartial reviewers really loved the Gen 1s but just thought the price wasn't worth it. The reduction in price on the original irons makes them a no brainer to try.

 

I don't see a reason to be anti any club manufacturer. I've owned clubs from every manufacturer and will try anything if it improves my game. I bought the PXG's because of the price drop. I was fortunate when I ordered they ran out of lefty Gen 1's and sent me a set of Gen 2's at the same price, that is what a quality organization does for their customers.

 

Me either and same. I've owned Ping, Mizuno, Cobra, Titleist, Taylormade, etc etc. I got to try PXG at a fitting and they felt amazing and performed just as well. I don't stan for any company, but the PXG hate is outdated. In fact, with the no charge iron shaft offerings, they actually come out cheaper than other manufacturers.

[MarkFromTheUK]

The thread that keeps on giving. This is keyboard warrior Mecca.

[FourTops]

The sales rep's opinion on turf interaction was his opinion of course, and playing at his level maybe he sees stuff the average guy doesn't. He had zero intention to sell me PXG's. It was my asking him about the PXG's that started the discussion. I've played with him several times before so I know the guy enough. If I bought a set it would be the XF's because why not get more help for us weekend golfers?

 

I didn't mention how he absolutely blasted his PXG driver and 3W. They sounded like hitting rocks...but I can say it was astounding to watch a 360 yard drive here and there.

[new2g0lf]

The sales rep's opinion on turf interaction was his opinion of course, and playing at his level maybe he sees stuff the average guy doesn't. He had zero intention to sell me PXG's. It was my asking him about the PXG's that started the discussion. I've played with him several times before so I know the guy enough. If I bought a set it would be the XF's because why not get more help for us weekend golfers?

 

I didn't mention how he absolutely blasted his PXG driver and 3W. They sounded like hitting rocks...but I can say it was astounding to watch a 360 yard drive here and there.

 

I don't know what clubs you play now but the XF's are wide soled, oversized and have more offset just as you'd expect from SGI irons. I doubt as a 5.7 index you would pick them if you hit all three unless you're playing SGI irons now.

[teedub21]

 

I don't know what clubs you play now but the XF's are wide soled, oversized and have more offset just as you'd expect from SGI irons. I doubt as a 5.7 index you would pick them if you hit all three unless you're playing SGI irons now.

 

The XF’s are actually a step down from the SGI PXG’s.

 

I love how mine feel and my accuracy has improved markedly. Probably a lot can be contributed to being more fit for them. FWIW I am a high handicap.

 

Was playing Ping G irons and hated how they felt. Switched to Ping i200’s and love how they look and hit them pretty well. Didn’t feel like I gave up any forgiveness. I jumped on the PXG’s because of the half off gen 1 clubs. Also got Aerotech shafts as a no charge upgrade!

[FourTops]

The sales rep's opinion on turf interaction was his opinion of course, and playing at his level maybe he sees stuff the average guy doesn't. He had zero intention to sell me PXG's. It was my asking him about the PXG's that started the discussion. I've played with him several times before so I know the guy enough. If I bought a set it would be the XF's because why not get more help for us weekend golfers?

 

I didn't mention how he absolutely blasted his PXG driver and 3W. They sounded like hitting rocks...but I can say it was astounding to watch a 360 yard drive here and there.

 

I don't know what clubs you play now but the XF's are wide soled, oversized and have more offset just as you'd expect from SGI irons. I doubt as a 5.7 index you would pick them if you hit all three unless you're playing SGI irons now.

 

I mainly go back and forth between G30s and MP69s. I have 2,3,4 hybrids so the differences between a G30 5 iron or MP is negligible other than carry distance with less jacked-up lofts in the 69s. I have also found that mishits, in general, carry roughly the same distance....or not enough difference to make/break a hole. My point is if I'm going to spend $3k on clubs, I'd opt for the set that will have even a 5% better chance of being easier to hit. I bought my MP's on Ebay for $599 which were a close-out new set. If I didn't like them I wasn't out a ton of money. Plus, I played MP-9's for years, and have older blade sets, so I'm not reluctant to play blades..

 

You might be right...but the only way i would know is to get demo sets of each PXG series and play them on the course. The one thing I've found is store testing does not replicate course play. There's no "pressure" in store testing. Even hitting them on the range doesn't tell me much. It's that 7 iron, all carry shot on a par 3 over water that tells me how well me and the club work together.

[FourTops]

Forgot to post this yesterday. I have to admit the PXG's look is pretty cool. I like the black on silver. Plus, the heads that look like someone shot them with shotgun loaded with "double-odd black screws" does look cool

[chocolate_rehab]

I don't know what clubs you play now but the XF's are wide soled, oversized and have more offset just as you'd expect from SGI irons. I doubt as a 5.7 index you would pick them if you hit all three unless you're playing SGI irons now.

 

The XF’s are actually a step down from the SGI PXG’s.

 

I love how mine feel and my accuracy has improved markedly. Probably a lot can be contributed to being more fit for them. FWIW I am a high handicap.

 

Was playing Ping G irons and hated how they felt. Switched to Ping i200’s and love how they look and hit them pretty well. Didn’t feel like I gave up any forgiveness. I jumped on the PXG’s because of the half off gen 1 clubs. Also got Aerotech shafts as a no charge upgrade!

 

This is my journey exactly except I went from Ping G irons to i200s to Titleist AP1s to PXG 0311 XF. Steelfibers were my usual shaft choice, but I've moved to the KBS TGI and I love them. I always seem to get along well with KBS shafts.

 

Until a company starts paying me, I'm always a free agent and just play what I like. To each his own. :)

[dziuky]

Does anyone know about getting spec checked/adjusted directly in Scottsdale? I’ve had mine about a two months and I’m down in Phoenix/Scottsdale for Christmas and I’m wondering about getting them checked if they are on spec or if I need a little tweak with my swing.

[dunn]

Play what ever your comfortable with. I’m a 9 handicap this year and I play the 0311T. No issues. It can depend to on why your handicap is where it’s at. For me my irons are my bread and butter but my driving kills me. If you’re playing MBs and CBs you could play the original 0311 or the Ts. The Ts would still be bigger than what your playing. Size comparison of the Ts are same as the P770. Ts are very forgiving for me

the 0311T is as big as I would want, about same as an AP2 , so glad I didn't get players, I just don't like big heads.......irons look exactly like ping irons

 

T is same as most players cbs.....sole is about an i20 I would guess maybe touch smaller....

 

Mine came in 1 week after order and build is good, SW are consistent have no issue.....I ordered 1 flat and they came lil flatter than I like so I'll have em bent to std (divots been a lil toe side) but that's on me not PXG......easy fix

 

The tours are pretty damn forgiving, feel sucks if mishit it but ball still gets there

But I was shocked how much it resembles a ping at address.......carbon copy almost

 

And price dropped $20 per club right after I ordered, could have got another club....lol

[HaggisPXG]

I’m off to pick up my 0311Ts this morning, can’t wait, I was fitted here in the UK for C TaperLite in x, 5-P, I was very impressed with the attention to detail and the time taken in my fitting, I also particularly liked the PXG grips.

Merry Christmas!!!